|
|
 |
|
Activities Ski Montecampione Boario |
 |
 |
EXCLUSIVE MONTICOLO SNOW EXCURSIONS etc and EVENING ACTIVITIES
ICE SKATING, SNOW SHOE, GO KART, SWIMMING, BOWLING, SHOPPING...and much more
Boario area offers a great choice of things to do aswell as access to many attractions...not least the ski slopes !
See
Snow based activities and excursions
NON Snow activities and excursions
Towns and villages to visit
All DIRECTIONS from BOARIO. Car recommended
SNOW ACTIVITIES
ALPINE LODGE DINNER with snow shoes,
Guide and moonlight in the middle of the mountains! ... Montecampione
|
Description
Unforgettable night time excursion with snow shoes in the mountains of Montecampione by moon or torch light with Mountain lodge dinner. Discover the silence, peace and tranquillity of the nigh time Alps with your guide…until you get to the warm mountain lodge where a typical dinner is included with a less sober walk home ! One of our most requested excursions.
- Snow shoes hire included.
- Torches included.
- Safety equipment included.
- Transport down mountain as required.
- Mountain guide included.
- Traditional Lodge full dinner included.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Montecampione |
| Time from Boario: |
|
25 mins or directly from 1200mts/1800mts |
| Excursion times: |
|
Any evenings on request. Mid December to End March |
| Other information: |
|
Includes full meal and snow shoe hire, transfers as required, MIN 4 pax |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Depends on numbers for transfers (between 60 and 90 Euro)...contact us for pricing |
| Directions: |
|
You will be picked up from Boario or met on ski slope as preferred. contact us to book
|
ICE SKATING BESIDE THE LAKE ...Lovere on Lake Iseo
|
Description
A great night out....Covered skating area with skate hire in a great location beside the great lake Iseo and in the port area surrounded by restaurants, Pizzerias and bars.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Lovere |
| Time from Boario: |
|
10 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Any evenings. December to End February
15.00-18.30, 20.00-23.30
Sundays also 10.00-12.00, 14.00-18.00, 20.00-23.30 |
| Other information: |
|
Open Christmas and New years day |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Around 8 Euro including hire |
| Directions: |
|
Follow main road back towards Bergamo. On the main road go through long tunnel (half way through there is a road that joins from the right). After end of long tunnel turn right towards Lovere. Follow road around and descend hill. At bottom of hill turn right (sharp turn) along edge of lake. You can park after 50 mts on left...the port with skating (Pattinaggio) area is infront of you.
|
SNOW SHOE EXCURSIONS ... Montecampione
|
Description
Something for the whole family... Professionally guided half day Snow shoe excursion through the beautiful mountain scenery. Our itineraries are for everyone and will wind along the trails of the Alpine Montecampione resort. This fashionable sport gives you a great light workout and toning with the spectacular views across the Alps !
- No technical or ski experience required.
- Snow shoe hire is included.
- Safety equipment included (ARVA)
- Mountain Guide included
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Montecampione |
| Time from Boario: |
|
25 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Any day on request...Mid December to End March |
| Other information: |
|
Includes equipment hire, full day available |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Prices on request (depends on number of pax) |
| Directions: |
|
You will be met on the slopes by our guide. Contact us for booking
|
ROCK CLIMBING
|
Description
Rock climbing adventure in one of the valley’s most beautiful natural sites.
Your UIAGM certified guide will teach you basic and advanced technique and ensure a memorable experience ! Beginners welcome.
- All professional Equipment included.
- Transfers to and from Boario Included.
- Professional guide included.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Boario |
| Time from Boario: |
|
10 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
All year round on request |
| Other information: |
|
Includes lessons as required for ability. |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Prices on request (depends on number of pax) |
| Directions: |
|
You will be picked up from Boario. Contact us to book
|
ICE CLIMBING
|
Description
Ice climbing adventure in one of the valley’s most beautiful natural sites.
Your UIAGM certified guide will teach you basic and advanced technique and ensure a memorable experience ! Beginners welcome.
- Equipment included
- Transfers to and from Boario Included
- Professional guide included.
See Video
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Various |
| Time from Boario: |
|
Depends on Ice conditions |
| Opening times: |
|
Any day on request Mid December to Mid March |
| Other information: |
|
Includes lesson as required for ability |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Prices on request (depends on number of pax) |
| Directions: |
|
You will be picked up from Boario. Contact us to book
|
GUIDED OFF PISTE excursion ... Montecampione
|
Description
Fantastic Half day Off Piste skiing and snowboarding in the Montecampione ski resort. Discover the most beautiful fresh snow itineraries and improve your off piste technique with your qualified UIAGM Guide.
You’ll be taken in total safety to discover the unspoilt mountains and scenery of the Alps with your own personal guide.
Some piste ski experience needed, no off piste experience required !
- Safety equipment included (ARVA).
- Mountain Guide included.
See Video
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Montecampione |
| Time from Boario: |
|
25 Mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Any day on request Mid December to Mid March |
| Other information: |
|
Full Day available. |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Prices on request (depends on number of pax) |
| Directions: |
|
You will be met on the slopes by our guide. Contact us to book
|
SNOWMOBILE ... Montecampione
|
Description
Modern machines and a special track give you the opportunity to try out your driving skills, fast or low, on the snow. Also evening track sessions and night time excursions for those staying on mountain.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Montecampione |
| Location: |
|
Montecampione top station 1800mts |
| Opening times: |
|
During winter day and evenings |
| Other information: |
|
15 min to 30 min sessions on special track |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Around 15 to 28 Euro |
| Directions: |
|
Top side of building at 1800mts
|
EVENING AND NON SNOW ACTIVITIES
Lovere Village and lake ISEO
|
Description
Voted one of the prettiest villages in Italy. Nestled into Alps on the shores of the beautiful Lake Iseo.
Don't forget to walk down to Port area and enjoy a pizza by the lake.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Lovere |
| Time from Boario: |
|
10 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Shops open 9.00-12.00 / 15.00-19.00 |
| Other information: |
|
IDEAL if you arrive a day early for skiing.
Ice Skating area in Port between December and February |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Free ! |
| Directions: |
|
Follow main road back towards Bergamo. On the main road go through long tunnel (half way through there is a road that joins from the right). After end of long tunnel turn right towards Lovere. Follow road around and descend hill. At bottom of hill start looking for parking.
OR (no car)
Take public bus that runs every 60 mins (every 2 hours on Sunday) from Boario station to Lovere village. Buses stop at 19.00. Bus tickets from Bar in station.
|
GO KART ... Valle Camonica
|
Description
A purpose built indoor two story Go Kart complex. Each session last 10 mins and further sessions can be purchased at a discount. The karts are suitable for children and adults over 8 years in age. The Go Karts are electric (for enviromental reasons) and can be driven as slowly or fast as is suitable for drivers ability. Complex also includes large bar and snack area.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Pian Camuno |
| Time from Boario: |
|
10 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
17.00 to 23.30 Tuesday to Thursday
17.00 to 02.00 Friday
14.00 to 24.00 Saturday, Sunday
CLOSED MONDAY |
| Other information: |
|
Sessions last 10 mins each. Also has a Pizzeria |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Less than 20 |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back towards Bergamo. Exit PianCamuno (before tunnels and direction Montecampione). After 50 mts turn right into Industrial area. 50 mts turn right at roundabout. Complex is 50mts on Corner.
|
LUINE HISTORIC PARK ... Valle Camonica
|
Description
Luine lyes within the confines of the Lake Moro Park and here you will see the earliest rock drawings of stone age. It offers three separate itineraries and over 100 rock faces dating back to the Epipaleolithic period. The variety and age of carvings make Luine a place of exceptional history. The park also offers spectacular views over the Camonica Valley
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Boario |
| Time from Boario: |
|
5 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
9.00-12.00am and 14.00-17.00
CLOSED ON MONDAYS |
|
| Other information: |
|
English guide books available |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Free entry |
| Directions: |
|
From Central traffic lights Boario turn towards Angolo Terme. You will see a sign to left after about 1.5 Kms. Park and take path up to entrance.
|
ADAMELLO Shopping Complex ...Valle Camonica
|
Description
Over 80 shops and a huge supermarket including local foods and wines. Bars and fast food. The largest complex for 50 Kms.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Rogno |
| Time from Boario: |
|
10 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Every day. 9.00am to 20.00. CLOSED: Major Holidays |
| Other information: |
|
Mc Donalds ! |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Free entry |
| Directions: |
|
From Traffic lights Boario head south direction Darfo. At next lights go straight across. Follow road and arrive at shopping centre on your right.
|
BOWLING ...Valle Camonica
|
Description
A large games with 12 lanes, bar area, games room and electronic scoring. Shoe hire included.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Pisogne |
| Time from Boario: |
|
15 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
All year
Weekdays 20.00 - 01.00
Weekends 14.30 - 02.00 |
| Other information: |
|
Great evening activity |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
less than 10 Euro |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back towards Bergamo. Exit PIAN CAMUNO (Montecampione), at lights turn right. Follow road through next lights towards Pisogne. At large roundabout (shopping centre on left) turn right. After about 1 km Bowling is on left.
|
LAKE MORO ...Valle Camonica
|
Description
One of the most beautiful places in Valcamonica, where you will have the chance to relax on a peaceful mountain lake, among the hills of Rodino and Sorline and the silent village of Capo di Lago. The Lake is quite small but very picturesque and you can reach it going by foot, with mountain bikes, with motorcycles or with car up on a narrow road. A lovely walk is available around the lake and there is a small cafe.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Darfo Boario |
| Time from Boario: |
|
10 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
All year |
| Other information: |
|
In summer, on Saturdays and Sundays, from July to September it is not possible to reach the lake by car. It is operative a shuttle service from the bottom of the road to Lago Moro, every 20/25 mins, 1.50 euro one-way ticket, 2.00 euro return ticket. |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Free of charge |
| Directions: |
|
From Traffic lights Boario head south direction Darfo. At next lights go straight across. Follow road a couple of hundred metres and turn right "lago Moro"
|
NAQUANE National Forest Park of Rock Engravings ...Valle Camonica
|
Description
Here you will find the largest concentration of stone age rock carving in Europe; in 1979 has been recognized World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Engraved on the rocks there is the history of Valcamonica (from Neolithic to Historic Age) through thousand of images, figures and symbols. You will enjoy this mystic place not only from the cultural point of view, but also the natural one because the Park is nestled in a wonderful green forest on the left side of the Oglio River.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Capo di Ponte |
| Time from Boario: |
|
25 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Summer 9.00am – 19.00. Winter 9.00am - 17.00
Closed Mondays |
| Other information: |
|
Get a guide book...it's fascinating |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
less than 6 Euro |
| Directions: |
|
Get back onto main valley road and go NORTH following road around UP valley. From main road exit Capo di Ponte. Follow the road around UP Valley and just before the Parolini Autocentre turn left and follow road directions to ‘Parco delle incisioni rupestri’.
|
BOARIO TERME Spa COMPLEX ...Valle Camonica
|
Description
A relaxing Spa in the heart of Boario. Here you have the opportunity to relax your body and your mind with the curative and purifying properties of Boario's famous water. Pools, emotional showers, salt room, sauna's and much more
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Boario |
| Time from Boario: |
|
2 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
All year around 12.30 to 22.00 - Closed Tuesdays.
Sunday opens at 10.00am |
| Other information: |
|
Boario is Nationally famous for it's unique water properties |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Approx cost in euro: 30 to 40 Euro for 3 hours.
10% discount to Monticolo guests, see Discount voucher. |
| Directions: |
|
Cross road at main traffic lights. |
ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE ...Valle Camonica
|
Description
This archaeological site is an important part of the Roman city of Civitas Camunnorum. The area includes the forum and the buildings used for entertainment.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Cividate |
| Time from Boario: |
|
15 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
8.30am – 1.30pm all year.
CLOSED ON MONDAYS and main Holidays. see web site below |
| Other information: |
|
To book a guide visit web site |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Free entry |
| Directions: |
|
Get back onto main valley road and go NORTH following road around UP valley. From main road exit Cividate. Right at roundabout. Go straight around right and turn right over the bridge. Go straight and after the square at the second turn left, you will find the parking and the amphitheatre in front of you.
|
FISHING in Rogno Lake ...Val Camonica
|
Description
If your favourite sport is fishing you will enjoy it in the beautiful man made Rogno Lake. There is no need of fishing licence, everybody can try to fish. In the area there is also a snackbar and the possibility to relax youself in the sun.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Rogno |
| Time from Boario: |
|
15 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
All year from 7.00am to 8.00pm, CLOSED at CHRISTMAS |
| Other information: |
|
You need to bring your own rod |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Round 12 Euro |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back towards Bergamo. Exit Rogno and go straight on following the main road. Just before the Ipreval Shopping centre turn left and follow road directions towards Laghetto Geredue.
|
FRANCIACORTE OUTLET VILLAGE
|
Description
Is an actual village among the Franciacorta vineyards where you can enjoy a new way of doing shopping. Here you will find big name-brand merchandise sold at great discount prices, bars and restaurants. One of the largest outlet villages in Northern Italy. This can be combined as a day outing to include visit/lunch on the Island (see below)
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Rodengo Saiano |
| Time from Boario: |
|
40 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
MONDAYS: 14.30 to 20.00
TUESDAYS to SUNDAYS: 10.00 to 20.00 |
| Other information: |
|
Bring a credit card !! |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Free entry |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back toward Bergamo. Before tunnels take slip road right ..direction BRESCIA. Straight road through tunnels with great lake views. After last tunnel enter dual carriageway. Signs to OUTLET are well marked.
|
LAKE ISEO ISLAND Monte Isola ...Lake Iseo
|
Description
The largest inland Island in Europe with regular passenger ferry boat connections from SULZANO. Hop accross to the Island for lunch, dinner or hire a bike or walk through traffic free (resident cars only) streets. Hike to Monastery on top (for the fit, but worth the views)
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Sulzano |
| Time from Boario: |
|
25 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Every day..check times of last Ferry. |
| Other information: |
|
Excellent fresh fish |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Ferry boat return fare less than 5 Euro |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back toward Bergamo. Before tunnels take slip road right ..direction BRESCIA. Straight road through tunnels. Follow signs SULZANO. In Sulzano, park car and walk down cobbled streets to waters edge to take Ferry boat. You can pay on-board. You can combine this trip with Outlet centre shown above
|
TORBIERE nature reserve ...Lake Iseo
|
Description
The "Torbiere del Sebino" nature reserve has a total area of 360 hectares and it is situated in the south of Lake Iseo in marsh land with meadows and wooded areas. It has a big morphologic, naturalistic but also historic interest. Here you will find a wide range of alpine flora and fauna, especially birds (including Herons), fish and wildlife. There are specially adapted hides overlooking some of the marsh lakes. Every season has its own peculiarity and fascination
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Iseo |
| Time from Boario: |
|
40 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Every day. |
| Other information: |
|
For walks and Naturalist visits. Please wear discreet coloured clothing. |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Free entry for small parties. For ecological reasons, groups of more than 5 people need a local guide that costs about 60 euro per group. |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back toward Bergamo. Before tunnels take slip road right ..direction BRESCIA. Straight road through tunnels with great lake views. Exit Iseo
|
FRANCIACORTA GOLF CLUB ...Lake Iseo (South)
|
Description
This course (60 hectares) has 18 holes and is a favourite among Italy's professional players. It sits in the heart of Franciacorta, famous for it's wine, so you can enjoy your favourite sport and the unique taste of Franciacorta’s food and wine in a beautifully prepared professional Golf course.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Corte Franca |
| Time from Boario: |
|
50 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
EVERY DAY from 8.30am to 7.00pm,
CLOSED on Tuesdays (except from 1st to 31st of August) |
| Other information: |
|
Bar, Restaurant, Wine shop, Wellness centre, 2 swimming pools, 2 tennis courts, trolleys and golf-kart rent, practise camp, putting green available. Visit web site |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
50 plus Euro |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back towards Bergamo. Exit direction Brescia before tunnels. On Brescia road go through a series of tunnels, exit Iseo and follow road directions towards Cortefranca without reaching the town because the Club is just before in Via Provinciale 34.
|
CAPITAL Disco Pisogne...Valle Camonica
|
Description
A huge disco pub not far from lake Iseo where you will enjoy youself dancing and having fun with friends. There is the Latin-American dance area, the 60's and 70's area and the main Dance area.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Pisogne |
| Time from Boario: |
|
10 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Every Saturday night from 11.00 pm
Closed June to October |
| Other information: |
|
See web site. |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Around 10 Euro |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road back towards Bergamo. Exit towards Brescia and then exit Pisogne. At the roundabout take the first and you will find Capital Music.
|
|
BERGAMO AREA: Ideal on last day before evening plane from Bergamo airport
|
FANTASY WORLD MINITALIA Amusement Park ...Bergamo
|
Description
Is an amusement Park dipped in nature and thought for families especially families with younger children: there are more than 200.000 square metres of grassland in which you will spend a relaxing and fun day, learning and having fun with all the attractions of the Park. Follow the amusement rides, the shows of the park and have a break in the equipped green areas, in the Self Service or in the Aladino Pizzeria. Visit also the wide range of shops full of different souvenirs. Also a real life 3d map of Italy which you can walk through.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Capriate (BG) |
| Time from Boario: |
|
1 hour 40 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
24th of March to 9th of September: 9.00am to 6.00pm; Saturdays and Sundays 9.30am to 7.30pm.
August from 4th to 26th: 9.30am to 7.30pm. |
| Other information: |
|
Four different educational courses for school groups available. For info and booking call 0039 02 9090169 |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Around 20 Euro..
Reduced price (child bethween 100 and 140 cm height)
Free entry ( child under 100 cm height).
Discount for groups available only by booking. |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road towards Bergamo. Near Bergamo follow directions towards A4 Milano-Venezia and take ticket to entry motorway. Follow directions towards Milano, exit Capriate and just after the tollgate turn left, at the second roundabout take the first on the right and after 300 mt you will find the Park.
|
CORNELLE Zoo ...Bergamo
|
Description
A very important naturalistic area with more than 100 species among birds, mammals and reptiles; they live in an environment very close to the original, compatible with their safety and the safety of the tourists. In the park you will have the chance to meet the White Tiger, the Manciurian Crane, the SnowLeopard and many others species near extinction. There is also a huge pic-nic area to have a break and a panoramic train that will carry you around the park.
|
|
 |
| Nearest town: |
|
Valbrembo (BG) |
| Time from Boario: |
|
1 hour 40 mins |
| Opening times: |
|
Open all year round;
April to September: 9.00 to 19.00.
October to March: 9.00 to 17.00 |
| Other information: |
|
Discounts for groups on pre booking,
call 0039 035 527422/527640 |
| Approx Cost in Euro: |
|
Adults ( over 12 years old): Around 12 euro,
Child ( 3 to 11 years old): Around 10 euro |
| Directions: |
|
Take main road towards Bergamo. Near Bergamo follow directions towards A4 Milano-Venezia and take ticket to entry motorway. Follow directions towards Milano, exit Dalmine and follow road directions towards Vallebrembana and then for Parco Faunistico Le Cornelle.
|
|
Recommended towns and villages to visit
|
Bergamo town....see our full Bergamo guide
4 villages in area are Voted in Italy's top 20 picturesque villages and are
- Lovere village (Northern Lake Iseo)
- Iseo Town (Southern Lake Iseo)
- Monte Isola (Island on lake, reachable from Sarnico by regular shuttle boat)
For details on these 3 locations see Lake Iseo guide.
- Bienno (in Val camonica...see Camonica guide. )
Sirmione (60 mins direction Brescia) Southern Lake Garda peninsula famous for it's views, restaurants, ice cream and cobbled streets.
Verona (90 mins direction Brescia) for the spectacular amphitheatre, Juliets Balcony (as in Romeo) and shopping streets
 To visit this area
NOTE: Monticolo has visited every activity shown to make this complete guide but cannot take responsability for the times, prices and or any errors within information shown.
Montecampione ski holidays, Bergamo ski breaks, Spa breaks Boario terme,
Alpine family and group activity holidays Valle Camonica and Lake Iseo, Italy
|
|
